What is the difference between Tabling, Postponing, Reconsidering and Rescinding a motion?

  • Table is for temporary delay (same meeting). If the tabled item is not brought back before the close of the following meeting, technically it dies.— 
  • Postpone is for delaying to a future meeting—.
  • Reconsider has to be done within 24 hours—.
  • Rescind anytime if no action has taken place.